Welcome to The Center For The Arts, California Regional Theatre's performance facility located at 1475 East Ave, Chico, Ca.
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For more information please contact our box office at 1-800-722-4522
Welcome to The First Street Theater, California Regional Theatre's intimate performance facility located at 139 West First Street, Chico, Ca.
Browse our season of shows below for descriptions and age recommendations. Click on the icons to purchase tickets.
PERFORMING AT FIRST STREET THEATER IN DOWNROWN CHICO. OCT 2-19 RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 10 AND UP They're creepy, they're kooky, and they're coming to the stage! The Addams Family Musical is a delightfully spooky, laugh-out-loud comedy that brings America's favorite macabre family to life in a whole new way. With catchy songs, hilarious twists, and a heartwarming message about love and acceptance, this musical is perfect for the whole family. Join Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Uncle Fester, and the entire Addams clan for a night of ghoulish fun and outrageous entertainment you won’t forget!
PERFORMING AT FIRST STREET THEATER DEC 4-14 RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES A Charlie Brown Christmas A Holiday Tradition for the Whole Family! Rediscover the true meaning of Christmas with A Charlie Brown Christmas, the heartwarming stage adaptation of the beloved television special! Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang as they bring this timeless holiday classic to life through live performance, music, and heartfelt storytelling. With iconic songs like “Christmas Time is Here” and a message that reminds us what the season is really about, this festive production is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. Sweet, simple, and sincere — A Charlie Brown Christmas is a cherished holiday experience for audiences of all ages. Short, sweet, and packed with nostalgia — bring the whole family and start a new holiday tradition!
PERFORMING AT THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS IN CHICO MARCH 19-22 RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 10 AND OVER LEGALLY BLONDE Music and Lyrics by LAURENCE O'KEEFE and NELL BENJAMIN Book by HEATHER HACH Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture Legally Blonde the Musical Bend and Snap into the Fun – Elle Woods is Taking the Stage! Get ready for big laughs, high energy, and even bigger hair! Legally Blonde the Musical is a fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the hit movie. Follow Elle Woods, a bubbly, fashion-savvy sorority queen who’s never taken seriously — until she decides to prove everyone wrong by getting into Harvard Law School. With infectious music, hilarious characters, and a whole lot of heart, Elle’s journey from the mall to the courtroom is an empowering, pink-powered celebration of self-discovery, friendship, and defying expectations. Packed with catchy songs, jaw-dropping choreography, and non-stop charm, Legally Blonde is the ultimate feel-good musical for teens, adults, and anyone who's ever been underestimated. She’s got style. She’s got smarts. And she’s here to prove that being true to yourself never goes out of fashion.
PERFORMING AT FIRST STREET THEATER MAY 4-17 RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 13 AND OVER PERFORMING AT FIRST STREET THEATER Our Town A Poetic Journey Through Life, Love, and Loss Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece Our Town returns to the stage in a powerful new production that reminds us of the beauty in everyday moments. Set in the small town of Grover’s Corners, this beloved American classic follows the lives of ordinary people as they experience childhood, romance, marriage — and the fragility of life itself. With its simple staging, universal themes, and deeply human storytelling, Our Town is a moving tribute to the rhythms of community, the passage of time, and the things we too often take for granted. Profoundly honest. Quietly beautiful. Universally unforgettable. Join us for a timeless theatrical experience that speaks as deeply today as it did when it first premiered.
JUNE 18-28 RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES Season Bonus Show – A Special Thank You for Our Season Members! One More Show. On Us. Just for You. As a special gift to our loyal patrons, we're thrilled to present our Season Bonus Show — a free exclusive production available only to Season Membership holders! This surprise production is our way of saying thank you for supporting live theatre and being part of the CRT family. It’s one more night of laughter, music, and unforgettable storytelling — included at no additional cost when you purchase a 2025–26 Season Membership.
